Don’t miss this Thursday’s meeting as we welcome 4 specials guests.
Congressman Brian Mast
will report on the current cyanobacteria, blue-green algae, conditions on Lake Okeechobee and what we need to advocate for moving forward with the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual (LOSOM).
Ed Stout, owner of South River Outfitters
established in 2001, Stuart’s headquarters for kayaks, canoes, and tons of paddling & outdoor accessories. Ed moved off the river when toxic discharges made it impossible to run rentals on the South Fork of the St. Lucie river.
Stef Hughes, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Florida Realty
When asked about how the toxic discharges have affected the real-estate market, Hughes said, “As our agency discussion went on about a new required disclosure for notifying prospective buyers about the toxicity of our town and the poison flowing through it, I realized I personally would be morally required to share the information that would certainly run buyers away. Realtors are relied upon for sharing about public health and safety.
Gary Oster, VP Sales, General Manager, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott as well as Executive Vice President of the US Travel Association
Gary has spent decades boosting profits for Fortune 500 corporations and nonprofit businesses. When it comes to a travel dependent, tourist dependent state the last thing you want to do is poison the well that all of our local businesses drink from, Gary said.
